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Clay County marks its calendars for Juneteenth holiday

CLAY COUNTY — Residents in Clay County will continue the annual celebration of Juneteenth this year in big ways. The day is meant to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States. It … more

By Kyla Woodardkyla@claytodayonline.com | 6/13/24

The Clay County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the funding for school resource officers.

BCC approves funding for school resource officers

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — The Clay County School Board will move forward with their decision to reutilize the Clay County Sheriff's Office within its school system. The Clay County Board of … more

Kyla Woodard | 6/13/24

Input needed for Community Block Grants

CLAY COUNTY — Every year, the county receives funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development through the Community Development Block Grant program. The money spent through the … more

For Clay Today | 6/13/24

Here's what roadwork is planned in Clay County

Starting soon Bonded Transportation Program Road construction is beginning for the Clay County Bonded Transportation Program projects in Middleburg, Green Cove Springs and Lake Asbury. … more

6/13/24

Orange Park Woman’s Club award eight scholarships

ORANGE PARK — Eight Clay County graduating seniors of the Class of 2024 received $1000 scholarships from the Orange Park Woman’s Club. Certificates were presented during the senior awards … more

For Clay Today | 6/13/24

Petty Officer 1st Class Kyle Day graduated from Orange Park High in 2011.

Orange Park's Day serves as culinary specialist in Navy

MAYPORT – Petty Officer 1st Class Kyle Day, a native of Orange Park, serves aboard USS Cooperstown, a U.S. Navy warship. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to … more

By Megan Brown, Navy Office of Community Outreach | 6/13/24

Boys and Girls Clubs offering Free Super Camps this summer

CLAY COUNTY—The Boys and Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida are hosting free Super Camps at several schools. The camps focus on academics, STEM, Art, Sports, Music, Food, Field Trips and more. The … more

For Clay Today | 6/13/24

"Aariel" sculpted by Kirsten Engstrom greets patrons visiting the Melrose Center

The Melrose Center: A mosaic of art, music, community

MELROSE—A statue named "Aariel" spreads its arms as it stands in the sculpture garden beside a flamboyance (flock) of flamingoes. It is a welcoming monument that symbolizes the Melrose Center's … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/13/24

Gary Newman elected State Vietnam Veteran’s Council President

ORLANDO – Aaron “Gary” Newman of Orange Park was elected President of the Vietnam Veterans of America Florida State Council on June 8 at the Orlando Marriott Lake Mary. The Navy veteran has … more

For Clay Today | 6/13/24

Gary Park said wait until the fire is ready before adding your meat because "you want a good, clean smoke."

Fire up grill for sweet, smoky smell of success

CLAY COUNTY — There’s more to cooking the perfect piece of meat over an open flame than soaking it with lighter fluid, throwing a match, and watching the smoke blanket the neighborhood in a … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 6/13/24

Dorothy Burnette is surrounded by family and friends as she celebrates a century of life.

Dorothy Burnette turns 100!

MIDDLEBURG – Dorothy Burnette turned 100 on Monday, June 10, but her friends, including Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook, got an early jump on the celebration by throwing her a party two days … more

Special to Clay Today | 6/13/24

Revelers arrived before daybreak and stayed all day for Boater Skip Day at Bayard Point.

Boats, revelers, hot temperature add up to busy Boater Skip Day

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – By any standard, the numbers for Boater Skip Day were remarkable. According to the Clay County Sheriff's Office, at its peak at 2 p.m., an estimated 1,100 boats were near Mile … more

Don Coble | 6/13/24

Input needed for Community Development Block Grants

CLAY COUNTY – Every year, the county receives funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development through the Community Development Block Grant program. The money spent … more

For Clay Today | 6/9/24

Here's what roadwork is planned in Clay County

Starting soon Bonded Transportation Program Road construction is beginning for the Clay County Bonded Transportation Program projects in Middleburg, Green Cove Springs and Lake … more

For Clay Today | 6/7/24

The Chipotle located in Fleming Island has apparently been spared from the viral trend of unsatisfied customers walking out in the middle of their meal preparations.

Skimping on scoops? Chipotle reacts to walk-out boycott trend

FLEMING ISLAND – Hundreds of videos on TikTok and Instagram have gone viral for participating in the Chipotle walk-out trend, a boycott protesting smaller portion sizes and higher prices from the … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/6/24

Nathan Campbell instructing class at the Universidad Tecnica de Cotopaxi

Nathan Campbell returns home from the Peace Corps

ORANGE PARK – After two years serving in the Peace Corps, a U.S. agency that sends American volunteers to developing countries, Nathan Campbell has returned home. Campbell taught … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/6/24

Guitarist Paul Wane has maintained a busy schedule supporting causes benefiting several charities in the past three weeks.

Wane keeps rockin' by supporting several charitable causes

CLAY COUNTY – Paul Wane only knows one speed, and that’s wide open. The guitarist, who was part of last Saturday’s Rock the Park for Monica fundraiser, will keep on rockin’ by … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 6/6/24

The section of Milwaukee Avenue between Plainfield Avenue and Carnes Street has been a candidate for a sidewalk for nearly five years.

Town Council 'paves the way' for sidewalk on Milwaukee Avenue

ORANGE PARK — The town council voted 4-0 last Tuesday, with Mayor Randy Anderson absent, to finance a sidewalk along Milwaukee Avenue between Plainfield Avenue and Carnes Street . … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/6/24

The new location offers more space than City Hall and a sweeping, picturesque vista of Lake Geneva as a backdrop.

City Council increases payroll budget by $200,000

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS—The council voted 4-0 to expand its payroll budget by 17% and grant a 5% raise for public works employees at a possible new meeting location at the Historic Keystone … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/6/24

From left, Preston Powers, Madison Lombardi, Tyler Heard, Sarah Hoeger-Holien, Jeff Kummoung and Matthew Waller were sworn in as new officers for the Green Cove Springs Police Department during Tuesday night's City Council meeting.

Six new officers take the oath to join GCS Police Department

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Although some have already been patrolling the streets, the police department officially swore in six new officers during Monday night’s city council meeting. Preston Powers, … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 6/6/24

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